We’re a full-service veterinary hospital.
Deborah Capper, DVM
Our principal doctor, Dr. Capper is a 2005 graduate of Oregon State University. Married with a grown daughter she loves spending time with her three grandchildrens. Puppy kisses make her day! Dogs Sampson and Flynn, horse and pony Katy and Biscuit, and a flock of chickens and geese keep her hopping.
Julie, Licensed Technician
Our practice manager Julie is a 1979 graduate of Portland Community College’s veterinary technician program and has been a licensed technician ever since. Decades in general and emergency medicine have given her quite the toolbox of skills. Julie and Dr. Capper worked together for 8 years before teaming up again to start Wellhaven Hazel Dell in 2018. Geriatrics, hospice and weight management are her areas of interest. She has shown and bred standard longhaired dachshunds for many years. Outside of work she enjoys gardening, do it yourself home projects and spending time with her two daughters and granddaughter. Dogs Milo & Poppy and cats George, Jinx and Handsome Pants share her home.
Terri, Veterinary Assistant
Terri has been working in veterinary medicine since 2002, and Wellhaven Hazel Dell from its beginning in 2018. She has transitioned from customer service to becoming one of our highly appreciated veterinary assistants. She is very passionate about the Fear Free revolution in veterinary care and enjoys working with fearful patients to help build their trust and ease their fear and stress. When she’s not working, Terri enjoys spending time with her two adult twin daughters and her granddaughter. You can also find her reading, spending time on yard work, and racing on the Fear Not Sprint Boat Team as the navigator!
Ashley, Veterinary Assistant
Savannah, Veterinary Assistant
Savannah joined our team in 2024 , having worked in the field since 2020. She enjoys helping pets feel better and giving owners a sense of relief with that help. (She also loves all the pet snuggles at work). Savannah is currently working on her studies in biology/zoology and conservation. When she’s not at work she can be found reading or doing puzzles, hiking, camping, and spending time with her dog Finley and cat Alder.

